[LingArt] Elegance of Ancient Chinese Dances
The dance “Maid of Honour with Fan” reflects the life of genteel ladies in the Qing Dynasty.
In a breathtaking showcase of Chinese culture, the signature event from the "LingArt Programme on the Promotion & Inheritance of Chinese Culture", "Elegance of Ancient Chinese Dances", unfolded on March 15 at Lingnan campus. Presented by Hong Kong Dance Company and co-organised by the Lingnan University Office of Student Affairs, the cultural feast attracted over 550 attendees, unveiling the profound beauty of Chinese culture.
Featuring seven exquisite pieces from the Pre-Qin Period to the Qing Dynasty, this captivating performance highlighted China's aesthetic achievements in the art of dance and traditional culture, encompassing rite, music, etiquette, costume, poetry, and song. Throughout the evening, an emcee artist delighted the audience with a fun game of beats and rhythms, adding an interactive element to the experience.
Dancing with the platters and drums was unique to the Han Dynasty, and expressed the thoughts, rituals and hopes of the people.
Interactive sessions where the audience join in to learn hand movements and foot-tapping rhythms together.
Prof Li Dong-hui (front right), Associate Vice President (Student Affairs) of Lingnan University presents a souvenir to Mr Tsang Kee-Kung (front left), MH, Board Chairman of Hong Kong Dance Company.
Prof Li Dong-hui, Associate Vice-President (Student Affairs), and Ms Connie Wong, Associate Director of Student Affairs of Lingnan University graced the performance as hosts. Mr Tsang Kee-Kung, MH, Board Chairman, Mr Yang Yuntao, MH, Artistic Director, along with Ms Carrol Ho, Head of Programme and Education, and Ms Jenny Lam, Head of Marketing and Communications from Hong Kong Dance Company were invited as officiating guests.
The event attracted approximately 400 students and 40 staff members from various faculties, including Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the School of Interdisciplinary Studies, along with participants from administrative units of Lingnan. Not only did it resonate within the Lingnan community but also welcomed 50 senior students from the NT West Elder Academies Cluster and 65 students and teachers from the Lingnan Dr. Chung Wing Kwong Memorial Secondary School, fostering cultural exchange and appreciation.
